SUMMARY: Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper faced six legislative attempts to restructure North Carolina’s election boards, attempting to diminish his authority. Newly elected Gov. Josh Stein is now involved in a lawsuit over a recently enacted law that transfers appointment power from the governor to State Auditor Dave Boliek. This shift could lead to a predominantly Republican composition of the State Board of Elections and county boards, following a history of unsuccessful GOP efforts to control these boards since 2016. With a Republican majority in the state Supreme Court, future rulings on these power dynamics may favor the legislature’s interests.

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SUMMARY: The Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, proposed by U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson, aims to allow individuals with state-issued concealed carry permits to carry handguns across state lines. Supported by 124 Republican cosponsors and endorsed by President-elect Donald Trump, the bill seeks to simplify the complex patchwork of state laws regarding concealed carry. Advocates, including gun rights organizations, argue that the legislation protects Second Amendment rights and prevents legal issues for permit holders traveling between states. Recent litigation in Minnesota highlights the challenges faced by licensed carriers in states that do not recognize their permits.

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SUMMARY: Fourteen stores in 12 North Carolina counties face fines due to price scanning errors detected in the last quarter of 2024. The incidents spanned locations in the Piedmont and Coastal Plains regions. The state Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will conduct inspections every 60 days until compliance is achieved. Stores include Advance Auto Parts, Circle K, and various Family Dollar and Dollar General locations. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler emphasized the importance of consumer awareness and encouraged shoppers to check their receipts and report any discrepancies to store managers. Additional penalties may be imposed for continued violations.

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